Canon SX200 IS vs Nikon S3500

Its time to take a closer look at the Canon SX200 IS vs Nikon S3500, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers Canon and Nikon. There exists a significant gap between the image resolutions of the SX200 IS (12MP) and S3500 (20MP) but both cameras offer the same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The SX200 IS was unveiled 4 years prior to the S3500 which is quite a sizable gap as far as technology is concerned. Both cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before diving into a more detailed comparison, here is a brief summary of how the SX200 IS grades against the S3500 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot SX200 IS and Nikon Coolpix S3500. The full galleries are viewable at Canon SX200 IS Gallery and Nikon S3500 Gallery.

In case you're intending to carry around your camera, you will need to consider its weight and dimensions. The Canon SX200 IS comes with external dimensions of 103mm x 61mm x 38mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.5") having a weight of 247 grams (0.54 lbs) while the Nikon S3500 has dimensions of 97mm x 58mm x 21mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.8") and a weight of 129 grams (0.28 lbs).

Contrast the Canon SX200 IS vs Nikon S3500 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are using at that time. Below is a front view measurement comparison of the SX200 IS versus the S3500.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the SX200 IS and S3500 is 90 and 95 respectively.

Quite often, it can be hard to visualize the difference between sensor sizes merely by going over specs. The picture here will offer you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the SX200 IS and S3500.

As you can plainly see, both the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but different MP. You should anticipate the Nikon S3500 to offer you greater detail having an extra 8 Megapixels. Greater resolution will help you crop pics more aggressively. The more aged SX200 IS is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.